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James Earl C.

Olongapo, Philippines

$20/hr
4.7
11 jobs

Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.

  • Financial Audit
  • Accounting
  • General Ledger
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial Reporting
  • Information Analysis
  • Data Entry
  • Data Analysis
  • Financial Statements Preparation
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
Victoria H.

Vancouver, Canada

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I help businesses improve financial operations, strengthen controls, prepare for audits, and navigate financial system tranformations with confidence. With 10 years supporting finance, accounting, ERP projects, and business analysis, I bring a combination of financial expertise and systems thinking. Whether you need bookkeeping support, account reconciliations, audit-ready financial records, process documentation, or assistance with ERP and financial system projects, I provide practical solutions that improve accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making. My experience spans month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, audit documentation, process improvement, data migration, and financial systems implementation. I have worked with organizations across various industries, helping teams streamline operations, reduce risk, and build scalable financial processes. Areas of Expertise: • Bookkeeping & Account Reconciliations • Financial Reporting & Analysis • Audit Readiness & Supporting Documentation • Financial Controls & Compliance • Budgeting & Forecasting • ERP & Financial Systems Implementation Support • Data Migration & System Testing • Process Mapping & SOP Development • Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering • Advanced Excel & Financial Modeling Systems & Tools: Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Dynamics 365, Oracle JD Edwards, SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Shopify, Jira, Confluence, Visio, SQL, Tableau, SharePoint, Teams, Slack, Asana, and Canva. Education: MBA (Finance) ACCA Candidate If you’re looking for a professional who understands both finance and systems, I can help you improve processes, strengthen controls, and deliver reliable financial information that supports better business decisions.

  • Financial Planning
  • Management Consulting
  • Analytical Presentation
  • Data Analytics & Visualization Software
  • Accounting Basics
  • NetSuite Administration
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant Writing
Leticia C.

Greenfield, Indiana

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am your Auditor expert! The majority of my professional experience comes from Auditing small to large size clients from industries in Healthcare to Construction and auditing Review to full size Audits. I also bring Staff Accounting duties such as daily tasks of invoicing, receivables, month end close, etc. Outside of the professional world, I also have experience of running a business as I assisted my husband with his small business and also acted as a Receptionist, Project Manager, and everything in between! I definitely have dipped my toes into many different roles both professionally and personally.

  • Accounting
  • Accounting Basics
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial Statement
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Month-End Close Assistance
William F.

Branchburg Township, New Jersey

$75/hr
4.8
44 jobs

Why clients listen to me: 11+ years as a CPA, 9+ years of Big 4 experience, and 3+ years as a Certified Tax Coach. Services: -Tax Planning -Tax Preparation & Compliance -Accounting & Bookkeeping -Assurance Services (Audits, Reviews, Compilations, Agreed Upon Procedures) My accounting practice is registered with both the WY and NJ Board of Accountancy, I'm peer reviewed, and fully insured. Working with me provides you piece of mind you are working with an experienced and licensed professional. If you're tired missed tax deadlines, bad bookkeeping, and unaffordable audit services - I can provide a solution. I provide small business owners a roadmap to reduce taxes, a solution to fix their accounting records, and help grow their business using a combination of tax and financial planning. I'm a CPA with over ten years experience in accounting, audit, internal controls, financial reporting, budgeting, finance, forecasting and tax. I have experience as a both a CFO and Controller for early stage start-ups and publicly traded companies in a variety of industries. I also prepare tax returns all entity types including C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnerships, and individuals. I started my career as a Senior Auditor with Ernst & Young before moving on to the Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory practices with both PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and Deloitte. I am proficient in both US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards, SEC financial reporting standards, SOX 404 guidelines. I primarily focus on small business tax, accounting, and financial audits. Whether you're looking for tax planning, a financial health check, assurance services, or accounting support -- I'm happy to help!

  • Financial Audit
  • GAAP
  • Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Bookkeeping
  • Sales Tax
  • Forecasting
  • CPA
  • Financial Analysis
  • Accounting Principles & Practices
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Audition Preparation
  • Internal Auditing
Aryan G.

Jaipur, India

$10/hr
4.4
12 jobs

Accounting & Audit Professional | US, UK, Canada & Australia | QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho, Bill.Com, CCH, CaseWare, Advance Flow With over 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and auditing, I have successfully managed end-to-end financial operations for 30+ clients across the US, Canada, and Australia. My expertise spans a broad range of services, including bookkepping, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll management, general ledger maintenance, invoicing, financial reporting, Quickbooks Cleanup and internal control testings. In the audit domain, I’ve led financial statement audits, Single audits, employee benefit plan (EBP) audits, and state compliance audits. I manage complete audit lifecycles from planning and risk assessment to substantive testing, controls evaluation, and final report issuance. I’m well-versed in audit analytics using tools like IDEA and Datasnipper, and in secure documentation workflows through Suralink. Academically, I hold an MBA in Finance from Amity University and am actively pursuing the US CPA. I bring strong technical acumen, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to meet tight deadlines—all while delivering high-quality outcomes that support strategic decision-making and business growth. ✅ Core Services • Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations • A/P & A/R Management • Payroll & Tax Filings (Superannuation, HMRC, GST) • Monthly Reporting – P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow • Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis • Financial Statement Preparation • Cleanup / Catch-up Projects • QuickBooks & Xero Setup and Maintenance • Journal Entries & Ledger Management • Internal Audit Support & Financial Controls 💡 Software Expertise • QuickBooks Online & Desktop • Xero • SAP, NetSuite, Wave, Zoho Books, SAGE • Bill.com, Stripe • Excel, Google Sheets, Trello, Slack, Zoom • Caseware, CCH Engagement and Advance Flow

  • Financial Audit
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Financial Statement
  • Microsoft Office
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Xero
  • Balance Sheet
  • Zoho Projects
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • QuickBooks Online
Muhammad H.

Jand, Pakistan

$30/hr
4.9
96 jobs

📈 Track Record: ✔ 100% Job Success Score - Top Rated Plus on Upwork ✔ 75+ completed engagements across the US, UK, and Australia ✔ Valuation models delivered for live acquisition decisions ✔ Due diligence reports built for multi-million dollar transactions ✔ ERISA benefit plan audits completed for a US-based CPA firm ✔ PCAOB audits completed for US-registered public companies Are you making a major financial decision - buying a business, approaching investors, or reviewing performance - without being fully confident the numbers behind it are right? That gap between surface-level numbers and financial truth is exactly where I work. After years inside Deloitte and EY, I developed something most financial professionals never sharpen: the ability to look through financial statements and find what's actually driving - or threatening - a business. Today I bring that Big 4 rigour to investors, entrepreneurs, and business owners who need real financial clarity, not just a polished report. ✅ What I Do: 📊 Business Valuation & M&A Due Diligence Full valuation models using DCF, market comparables, and asset-based approaches - built to hold up under scrutiny in real acquisition decisions. 🔍 Financial Health & Performance Reviews Deep-dive analysis of profitability, liquidity, efficiency, and risk - with a clear action plan attached. 📁 Investor-Ready Financial Packages Financial statements, projections, and KPI dashboards built to impress investors and lenders. ⚖️ Forensic & Advisory Analysis Unexplained losses, vendor payment audits, fraud risk assessments - I find what others miss. 📋 CFO Advisory & Internal Controls Finance function setup, SOPs, internal controls gap assessment, and compliance reviews. 🌍 IFRS Reporting & Cross-Border Financials IFRS vs GAAP conversions, foreign subsidiary reporting, and transfer pricing documentation. 🔧 Tools I Use: QuickBooks | Xero | MYOB | Excel | Google Sheets | CaseWare | IFRS Frameworks | Engagement Manager 🎯 Credentials: CPA | CISA | MIPA - IPA Australia | AFA - UK | Deloitte If you need a valuation, a due diligence report, a forensic review, or CFO-level financial analysis - send me a message with what you're working on. 📩 I respond within hours.

  • Financial Audit
  • Business Valuation
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Due Diligence
  • Internal Auditing
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • GAAP
  • Financial Reporting
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Corporate Finance
  • Internal Control
  • Risk Assessment
  • Accounting Advisory
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Disclosure
  • Accounting Principles & Practices

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How to Hire Top Financial Auditors

FINANCIAL AUDITORS

What is a financial audit? 

A financial audit is the inspection of an individual’s or organization’s financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in financial audit professionals:

  • Financial auditing
  • Accounting
  • Financial analysis

Why do you want to hire financial auditors?

The trick to finding top financial auditors is to identify your needs. Is your goal to find an impartial third party to audit your cash flow statements and balance sheet? Will you also need localized expertise to ensure your financial statements are in compliance with local laws and regulations? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

HOW TO HIRE FINANCIAL AUDITORS

A financial auditor can help you ensure your internal accounting practices are in compliance with government regulations and tax laws.

So how do you hire financial auditors? What follows are some tips for finding top financial auditors on Upwork.

How to shortlist financial audit professionals

As you’re browsing available financial audit consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Certified public accountant (CPA) accreditation. Some audits, such as the SOC (Service Organization Control) 1 and SOC 2 reports, must be performed by a CPA.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., auditing a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular financial auditor.

How to write an effective financial audit job post

With a clear picture of your ideal financial auditor in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective financial audit job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From tax audits to compliance reports, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, accounting software, or regulations, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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  1. Identify your project needs, whether it’s auditing cash flow statements or financial reporting policies.
  2. Define the scope of work and write a detailed job post. Be specific about deliverables (e.g., acquiring a third-party audit opinion for a business-loan application).
  3. Review proposals and shortlist potential financial auditors for unique skills needed to bring your project to life (e.g., auditing financial statements in preparation for a merger).
  4. Interview financial audit talent to gauge whether they’re the right fit for your project.

FAQS FOR HIRING FINANCIAL AUDITORS

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to hire a financial auditor?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced financial auditor may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their financial audit more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.

How long should you contract a financial auditor to complete your project?

As difficult as it is to estimate how long you will need a financial auditor, budgeting time is very important to keeping your project on track.

Be prepared to budget more time for more-demanding financial audit projects. For example, auditing the bookkeeping records of a small business will typically take less time than auditing an enterprise’s financial assets.

What are the steps involved to hire financial auditors?

Here’s how to hire financial audit consultants in four simple steps: